9" CIRCULAR SAW

Makita 5903R Circular Saw: Heavy-Duty Power for General Timber Cutting

The Makita 5903R Circular Saw is a powerful and reliable corded circular saw, engineered for demanding cutting applications in timber and similar materials. With its substantial 235mm (9-1/4") blade and robust motor, it's designed to deliver efficient and accurate cuts in thicker materials, making it a workhorse tool for carpenters, roofers, and general contractors on busy construction sites. It combines high performance with essential safety features for professional use.

Features

• Powerful 1,550W (or 2,000W in some regions/listings) Motor: Delivers impressive power for efficient cutting through tough timber and other demanding materials, ensuring consistent performance even under heavy load. Available in both 110V and 240V versions to suit different site power requirements.
• High No-Load Speed (4,500 RPM): Provides a strong rotational speed for fast and clean cutting, particularly in wood and engineered wood products.
• Large 235mm (9-1/4") Blade Diameter: This larger blade size allows for a significant cutting depth, making it suitable for cutting through substantial timber sections in a single pass. Compatible with 235mm circular saw blades with a 30mm bore.
• Excellent Cutting Capacities:
  • Max. Cut at 90°: 85mm (3-3/8") – ideal for cutting through standard 3x3 or even some 4x4 timber.
  • Max. Cut at 45°: 64mm (2-1/2") – suitable for common angled cuts in thicker materials.
• Bevel Cutting Capacity (0° to 45°): Allows for versatile angled cuts, accommodating a wide range of carpentry and framing applications. The bevel angle can be easily adjusted.
• Electric Brake: Provides instant stopping of the blade rotation upon trigger release, significantly enhancing user safety and productivity by allowing quicker transitions between cuts.
• Soft Start Function: Ensures a smooth and controlled start-up, preventing sudden jolts and allowing for more accurate blade placement, especially crucial when beginning cuts.
• Riving Knife (Anti-Kickback): An essential safety feature that helps prevent kickback by keeping the cut kerf open, reducing the chance of the material binding on the blade.
• Durable Aluminium Base and Blade Guard: Constructed with heavy-duty aluminium for enhanced durability and stability, ensuring smooth gliding over the workpiece and contributing to accurate cuts.
• Efficient Chip/Sawdust Ejection Port / Dust Extraction Facility: Designed to efficiently eject sawdust and chips away from the cutting line, maintaining visibility. It also features a dust extraction facility for connection to a vacuum cleaner, promoting a cleaner and safer working environment.
• Quick-Release Height Adjustment: Allows for rapid and easy adjustment of the cutting depth, improving efficiency and convenience.
• Large, Easy-to-Operate Switch with Lock-Off Button: Provides comfortable operation and a safety lock-off to prevent accidental starts.
• Spindle Lock: For easy and secure blade changes using the supplied hex wrench.
• Double Insulation: Provides an essential layer of protection against electrical shock, enhancing user safety, particularly on construction sites.
• Robust Build (approx. 7.2 - 7.6 kg): While a substantial tool, its weight is well-distributed for stability during heavy-duty cutting.
• Included Accessories: Typically supplied with a carbide-tipped saw blade, a rip fence (guide rule), a hex wrench, and often a carry case (depending on the specific package, e.g., 5903RK models).

Applications

The Makita 5903R Circular Saw is a go-to tool for various heavy-duty cutting applications in construction and joinery:

• Timber Framing: Cutting large timber sections for walls, roofs, and floors.
• Roofing: Rapidly cutting roof battens, joists, and thicker sheet materials.
• Decking: Cutting decking boards and robust framing timber.
• Large Panel Cutting: Efficiently cutting sheets of plywood, OSB, and MDF.
• Rough Carpentry: General cross-cutting and ripping of thick wood sections.
• Site Work: Ideal for demanding cutting tasks on construction sites where power is readily available.